SC orders release of NewsClick editor in UAPA case

IANS | May 15, 2024 11:29 AM

New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Wednesday ordered the release of NewsClick founder and editor-in-chief Prabir Purkayastha, who was arrested by the Delhi Police under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act over allegations that the media outlet received money to spread pro-China propaganda.

Man tries to file ITR, finds private firm opened in his name with Rs 9 cr turnover

IANS | May 15, 2024 9:25 AM

New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) A man, hailing from Madhya Pradesh, has brought forth startling allegations against unidentified individuals, claiming they unlawfully utilised his PAN card and Aadhaar card details to fabricate a fraudulent GST number with which they facilitated the establishment of a private company, falsely boasting an annual turnover exceeding Rs nine crore.

UN chief condoles death of security staffer in Gaza

IANS | May 14, 2024 6:22 AM

United Nations, May 14 (IANS) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condoled the death of a UN Department of Safety and Security (DSS) staff member and injury to another DSS staffer in an attack in Gaza, said his Deputy Spokesman.

Two Delhi hospitals get bomb threats through email; searches underway

IANS | May 12, 2024 6:00 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) Two hospitals in the national capital -- Burari Government Hospital and Sanjay Gandhi Hospital in Mangolpuri -- received bomb threats through email on Sunday, an official said, adding the police promptly carried out searches on the premises of both hospitals.

SC to hear on Monday ex-CM Hemant Soren's plea against ED arrest

IANS | May 12, 2024 12:02 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) The Supreme Court is slated to hear on Monday the special leave petition filed by former Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren challenging the dismissal of his writ petition by the Jharkhand High Court against his arrest in connection with a money laundering case linked to an alleged land scam.